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R131 ALK

1998 Honda CB600 Hornet

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,754 mi
Last recorded57,754 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 ALK
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2015 57,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 57,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 54,248 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 54,248 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 52,085 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 50,074 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2012 50,074 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 47,845 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 44,207 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 44,207 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2009 32,869 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 70,466 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 65,434 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 60,777 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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R131 ALK is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,582 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R131 ALK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R131 ALK registered?

R131 ALK is a 1998 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R131 ALK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R131 ALK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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